₹3,000 crore drugs seized from Iranian boat in Arabian Sea; 5 Pakistan nationals detained
India’s Coast Guard intercepted a vessel flying the Iranian flag in the Arabian Sea, confiscating drugs valued at roughly ₹3,000 crore. The haul included large quantities of high‑purity methamphetamine and heroin. Authorities also detained five Pakistani nationals found aboard. The operation underscores ongoing regional efforts to curb narcotics trafficking through maritime routes in the region as part of a broader crackdown on smuggling.